Cremini mushrooms

Cremini mushrooms, similar in size and shape to common cultivated white mushrooms, have a more pronounced flavor and a rich brown skin concealing creamy tan flesh. Select firm, plump mushrooms that are not slimy or bruised. Store mushrooms unwashed-lightly wrapped in paper towels or in a paper bag, never in plastic-in the refrigerator.To clean cremini mushrooms:Remove grit from the mushrooms by wiping with a damp paper towel or mushroom brush.

For a more thorough cleaning, swish the mushrooms very briefly in water, then pat dry with paper towels.